2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang 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 59 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 257 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 410 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |