2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius 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 174 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Prius. 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 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Prius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
