2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Donkervoort D8. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2004 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2004 Donkervoort D8 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 | 2004 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
| Model | Tahoe | D8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
