2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Titan 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 (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Titan. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1137 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2004 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (367 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tahoe | Titan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |
