2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 4 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 92 more horse power than 2013 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 644 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura RDX. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Tahoe | RDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
