2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 444 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 71 L |
