2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1994 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan President would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (333 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Nissan President. (267 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 310 kg more than 1994 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan President. (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1994 Nissan President | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Tahoe | President |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |