2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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 108 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 559 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tahoe | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
