2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1296 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 994 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
