2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 206 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 47 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Tahoe | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |