2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Audi RS4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi RS4. (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi RS4. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | RS4 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
