2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 29 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Nissan Quest. 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 Nissan Quest. 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) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest. 2005 Nissan Quest 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. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tahoe | Quest |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3160 mm |
