Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | Ford Flex | |
Engine | 6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 117.9 in | -1.9 in |
Length | 202.0 in | 202.3 in | -0.3 in |
Width | 79.0 in | 75.9 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 76.9 in | 67.6 in | 9.3 in |
Curb Weight | 5165 lb. | 4839 lb. | 326 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 6.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 41.8 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.3 in | 58.4 in | 6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 64.4 in | 55.4 in | 9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.8 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 40.5 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 57.1 in | 8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 60.6 in | 55.0 in | 5.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 44.3 in | -5.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 38.7 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.7 in | 50.8 in | 10.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.1 in | 41.1 in | 8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 25.6 in | 33.4 in | -7.8 in |
Total Legroom | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -12.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.9 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | -2.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 60.3 ft3 | 45.0 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.9 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | 22.2 ft3 |
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2012 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |