2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Ford GT
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 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 835 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |
