2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Tahoe | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |