2004 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Holden Calais
To start off, 2011 Holden Calais is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Calais (344 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Holden Calais (530 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm). This means 2011 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Holden Calais | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Tahoe | Calais |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
