2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1286 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 461 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |