2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 44 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (288 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 625 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tahoe | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |