2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2003 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 149 kg more than 2003 GMC Sierra.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sierra.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2003 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Tahoe | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |