2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 35 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1122 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Express. 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 (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |
