1996 Toyota MR2 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1449 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
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1996 Toyota MR2 | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | MR2 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |