2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2000 Ford Mustang

To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2000 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 810 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. 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 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 2000 Ford Mustang
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Tahoe Mustang
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5327 cc 4603 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 269 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2290 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2580 mm


 

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