2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-350. 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | E-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 125 L |