2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 604 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Tahoe | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
