2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Acura TL. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 427 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Acura TL. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TL. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2010 Acura TL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Tahoe | TL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1688 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |