2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1089 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Camry. 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 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
