2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (287 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 611 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Tahoe | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
