2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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 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 41 more horse power than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 274 kg more than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Tahoe | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2127 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |