2007 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 437 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | F-250 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 144 L |