2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 466 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XF.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XF. 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Tahoe | XF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
