2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2010 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2010 Kia Amanti is newer by 2 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Kia Amanti. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Amanti.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Amanti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2010 Kia Amanti | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Tahoe | Amanti |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |