2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1992 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 924 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 1992 Toyota Camry
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Tahoe Camry
Year Released 2000 1992
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4807 cc 2165 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 261 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 87.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 90.9 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2260 kg 1336 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2630 mm


 

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