2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1781 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 132 L |
