2011 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Ram 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 6 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 12 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Ram | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | 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 | 310 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |
