2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 121 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 408 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tahoe | CC |
| 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 | 321 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
