2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 955 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.

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 Chrysler Grand Voyager, 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager
Make Chevrolet Chrysler
Model Tahoe Grand Voyager
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 2776 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 321 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1105 kg 2060 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 75 L


 

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