2008 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 221 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1354 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Yaris | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 93 L |
