2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander
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 Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Uplander 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 (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander, 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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Tahoe | Uplander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |