2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 60 more horse power than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (260 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 775 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Tahoe | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |