2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 372 kg more than 2009 Jeep Liberty. 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 Jeep Liberty. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Tahoe | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
