2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 GMC Yukon

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2009 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 12 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 620 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.

Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.

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