2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer 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 122 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 193 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Explorer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 344 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |