2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Ford Ranger
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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Ranger 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 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 992 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (462 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 74 L |
