2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 699 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Tahoe | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3270 mm |