2009 Volvo XC90 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 869 kg more than 2009 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC90. (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC90.
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2009 Volvo XC90 | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
Model | XC90 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4414 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |