2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus 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 58 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Taurus weights approximately 2 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Taurus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |