2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte 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 164 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Forte. 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Tahoe | Forte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1288 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 52 L |