2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 855 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (447 Nm). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Tahoe | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
