2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (291 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | E-Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 250 L |