2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Tahoe | F355 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 82 L |
