2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2008 Nissan Altima 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 126 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Tahoe | Altima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |