2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Nissan Cube

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2009 Nissan Cube 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) has 201 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Cube. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Cube.

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 Nissan Cube, 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) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Cube. (127 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Cube.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 2009 Nissan Cube
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Tahoe Cube
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 1797 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 321 HP 120 HP
Torque 461 Nm 127 Nm
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 Length 5140 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 82 L


 

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