2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1949 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Excursion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 167 L |