2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2009 Ford Escape 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 150 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 139 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. 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 Ford Escape, 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Escape |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |