Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
Model | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | Tesla Model 3 | |
Engine | 6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
Electric 258 hp 317 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 113.2 in | 2.8 in |
Length | 202.0 in | 184.8 in | 17.2 in |
Width | 79.0 in | 72.8 in | 6.2 in |
Height | 76.9 in | 56.8 in | 20.1 in |
Curb Weight | 5165 lb. | 3814 lb. | 1351 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 26 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 39.6 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.3 in | 56.3 in | 9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 64.4 in | 0.0 in | 64.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.7 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 37.7 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 54.0 in | 11.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 60.6 in | 0.0 in | 60.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 35.2 in | 3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.7 in | 0.0 in | 61.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.1 in | 0.0 in | 49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 25.6 in | 0.0 in | 25.6 in |
Total Legroom | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 28 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.9 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 60.3 ft3 | 15.0 | 45.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.9 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 93.9 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 |
2017 Tesla Model 3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2018 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD |
The 12 way power driver and passenger seats are very comfortable and the side bolstering is just right. The "vegan leather" in the car feels softer than real leather. I don't know how well it will hold up. My Prius has another type of this leather and that driver's seat has held up better than any leather seat I've sat in. see full Tesla Model 3 review |
2017 Tesla Model 3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2018 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD |
The back seat cushion is too low, which means there is no thigh support and your knees are level with your chest. There is also no foot room, but there is enough leg room. The rest of the backseat is comfortable, but the lack of foot room and low cushion are annoying. see full Tesla Model 3 review |