2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (169 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Tahoe | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |