2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 965 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Tahoe | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2895 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |