2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 157 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 293 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 Nissan Altima. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Tahoe | Altima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |