1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Cresta | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cresta | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
