2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Dacia Sandero
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2009 Dacia Sandero 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 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1089 kg more than 2009 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dacia Sandero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2009 Dacia Sandero has manual transmission. 2009 Dacia Sandero 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 | 2009 Dacia Sandero | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
Model | Tahoe | Sandero |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |