2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Toyota Aygo

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2009 Toyota Aygo 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 224 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1555 kg more than 2009 Toyota Aygo. 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 Toyota Aygo, 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Aygo. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Aygo 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 Toyota Aygo
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Tahoe Aygo
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 291 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2420 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 3405 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1615 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 35 L


 

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