2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2009 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1300 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 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 Hyundai Accent. 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 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Tahoe | Accent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
