2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 91 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1552 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Tahoe | Freelander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |