2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1049 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 93 L |
