2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2008 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2008 Citroen Xsara, 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Xsara 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.
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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Tahoe | Xsara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |