2002 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Hyundai Entourage
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1202 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Hyundai Entourage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Tahoe | Entourage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
