2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Mazda Etude
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2008 Mazda Etude were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1355 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Etude. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Etude 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 | 2008 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tahoe | Etude |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
