2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (269 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 453 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota. 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) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Tahoe | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3340 mm |
