2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1998 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Express.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1998 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Tahoe | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3440 mm |