2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 380 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.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | F-250 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |