2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1479 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | E-150 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 98 L |