2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 is newer by 2 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 147 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler 200.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler 200. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Tahoe | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
