2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 23 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Tahoe | Frontier |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |