2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 348 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Tahoe Silverado
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4807 cc 5736 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 261 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 488 Nm
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2260 kg 2608 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 6030 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3890 mm


 

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