2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Pontiac G5

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2009 Pontiac G5 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 131 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G5. (153 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G5.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G5. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G5. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G5. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2009 Pontiac G5 has manual transmission. 2009 Pontiac G5 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 Pontiac G5
Make Chevrolet Pontiac
Model Tahoe G5
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5328 cc 2189 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 284 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 2070 mm 1720 mm


 

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