2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1998 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Domino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Domino would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 924 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Domino, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Domino has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Domino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1998 Daihatsu Domino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Tahoe | Domino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
