2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 403 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 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Tahoe | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
