2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (333 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Tahoe Camry
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 2360 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 333 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 498 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 70 L


 

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