2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph

To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 108 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 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
Make Chevrolet Rolls-Royce
Model Tahoe Silver Seraph
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5964 cc 5379 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 283 HP 322 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 490 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 79 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2292 kg 2400 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3120 mm


 

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