2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 729 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Tahoe | 550 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
