2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2008 Volkswagen GTI 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1083 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen GTI. 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 Volkswagen GTI. 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) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tahoe | GTI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
