2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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 40 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 499 kg more than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |
