2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2009 Hyundai Atos were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (291 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1622 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos. 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 Hyundai Atos, 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 (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Atos 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 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Tahoe | Atos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |