2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (286 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 224 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 7439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3440 mm |
