2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 57 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 63 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Tahoe | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |