2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 244 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (367 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tahoe | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
