2000 Acura TL vs. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 685 kg more than 2000 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura TL | 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | TL | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |