2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
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 ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Smart ForTwo 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 272 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Tahoe | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 33 L |
