2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 398 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tahoe | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 2021 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
