2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 98 L |