2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.

Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
Make Chevrolet Rolls-Royce
Model Tahoe Silver Spirit
Year Released 2000 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5964 cc 6750 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 283 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1490 mm


 

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