2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. 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 82 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra. 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 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Tahoe | Tundra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3270 mm |