2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 24 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 657 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 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.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Tahoe | XC60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |