2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (353 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (310 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (536 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Tahoe | Hemi Super 8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 353 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2990 mm |
