2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 4 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 682 kg more than 2010 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan GT-R has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan GT-R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tahoe | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 74 L |
