2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. 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 58 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1153 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150. 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, 2008 Ford F-150, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
