2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2012 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 660 kg more than 2012 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Kuga. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Kuga has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Kuga 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.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Kuga |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |