2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1013 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (367 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Ram 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 | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Tahoe | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 732 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
