2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Tahoe | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
