2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 803 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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 (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2010 Acura MDX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Tahoe | MDX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |