2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1178 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Tahoe | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
