2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 582 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150. 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 (427 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |
