2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 339 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Tahoe | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1600 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |