2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (333 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 856 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Passat. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tahoe | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
