2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 162 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
