2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Lincoln MKX
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2008 Lincoln MKX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Lincoln MKX. (266 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Lincoln MKX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 875 kg more than 2008 Lincoln MKX. 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 2008 Lincoln MKX. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Lincoln MKX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Tahoe | MKX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |