2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Acura CSX
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2009 Acura CSX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Acura CSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura CSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Acura CSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Tahoe | CSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |