2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Lexus LX
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus LX 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LX. (275 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LX weights approximately 467 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2006 Lexus LX 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, 2006 Lexus LX 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus LX. (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Tahoe | LX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 96 L |
