2001 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, both 2001 Audi A8 and 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 750 kg more than 2001 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A8 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2950 mm |