2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Lexus ES
To start off, 2012 Lexus ES 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 (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Lexus ES. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus ES weights approximately 530 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 Lexus ES. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus ES. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Lexus ES | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Tahoe | ES |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |