2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima 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 34 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Maxima. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tahoe | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
