2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 (414 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Tahoe | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |