2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan 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) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 (461 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. (343 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Tahoe | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |