2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage 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 194 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
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 @ 4100 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Tahoe | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
