2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (572 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (754 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Tahoe Camaro
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 572 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 754 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 72 L


 

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