2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Tahoe | Highlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |