1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 146 kg more than 1997 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-250 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2946 mm |
