2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Suzuki Forenza

To start off, 2004 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 4 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1067 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. 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 2004 Suzuki Forenza. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. 2004 Suzuki Forenza 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. 2004 Suzuki Forenza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 2004 Suzuki Forenza
Make Chevrolet Suzuki
Model Tahoe Forenza
Year Released 2000 2004
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5964 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 283 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2292 kg 1225 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2610 mm