2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Cee'd has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Cee'd 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.
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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Tahoe | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |