2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2003 Chrysler Airflite
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite 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 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2003 Chrysler Airflite | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Tahoe | Airflite |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
