2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 71 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1573 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 NV. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tahoe | NV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |
