2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Durango | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 98 L |