1999 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Ram 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 1999 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 614 kg more than 1999 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2946 mm |
