2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2003 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 995 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-150. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2003 Ford F-150 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.
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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2003 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |