2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 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 115 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai H1. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai H1 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 | 2009 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Tahoe | H1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
