2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 130 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 729 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tahoe | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 96 L |
