2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 187 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 205 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota RAV4 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |
