2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (269 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-09. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 138 kg more than 2013 Mazda CX-09. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-09.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tahoe | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
