2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tahoe | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |