2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKS. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Tahoe | MKS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
