2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 84 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. (248 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 615 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, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Tahoe | Aurora |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |