2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (333 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 730 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (386 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Tahoe | Express |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 386 Nm |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |