2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1998 Ford Versailles

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1998 Ford Versailles. (92 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Versailles.

Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Versailles. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Versailles.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 1998 Ford Versailles
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Tahoe Versailles
Year Released 2000 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5964 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 283 HP 92 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2560 mm