2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 193 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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 (498 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
