2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1453 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. 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 2009 Ford E-150. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 132 L |
