2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 371 kg more than 2008 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX 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, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (345 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | SRX | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
