2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 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 (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1089 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Tahoe | XC90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |