2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa 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 175 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Tahoe | Previa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |