2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 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 81 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 217 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | F-150 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |