2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 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 19 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 503 kg more than 2011 Cadillac SRX. 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 2011 Cadillac SRX. 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 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Tahoe | SRX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |
