2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 132 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 439 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 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (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 Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tahoe | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
