2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1997 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
