2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 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 76 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 904 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Tahoe | V50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |