2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 6 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 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 565 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tahoe | SL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 5506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |