2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
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 SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tahoe | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 617 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 98 L |