2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 306 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.

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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat, 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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 2010 Volkswagen Passat
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Tahoe Passat
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1567 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1516 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 70 L


 

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