2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. (247 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 694 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tahoe | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
