2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus X would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1448 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Taurus X | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
