2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
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 Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Matrix 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 197 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 84 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) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (161 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Tahoe | Matrix |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 161 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |