2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (333 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 715 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Tahoe | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 86 L |
