2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1283 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Tahoe | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 22.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |