2008 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 966 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A3 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
