2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 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 102 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 498 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Tahoe | G25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
