2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Amanti 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 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Kia Amanti. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Amanti.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Amanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Amanti.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Kia Amanti | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Tahoe | Amanti |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |