2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Toyota Prius
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 Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Prius 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 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Prius weights approximately 195 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 Prius, 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Prius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
