2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (333 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 71 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Tahoe | Sierra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3378 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 129 L |