2008 Tata Nano 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 Tata Nano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Nano would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 2084 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Nano | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Tata | Chevrolet |
| Model | Nano | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 2684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 93 L |
