2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 149 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 910 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Tahoe | Rexton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |