2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 4 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, 2012 Ford Edge (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 473 kg more than 2012 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Edge. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | Edge |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
