2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Smart Brabus
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Smart Brabus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Smart Brabus 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 234 more horse power than 2007 Smart Brabus. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart Brabus.
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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart Brabus. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart Brabus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Smart Brabus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Tahoe | Brabus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 999 cc |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
