2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Tahoe | Malibu |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |