2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
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 Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 135 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 574 kg more than 2007 Toyota Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
