2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Mini Cooper

To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 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. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.

Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 2007 Mini Cooper
Make Chevrolet Mini
Model Tahoe Cooper
Year Released 2000 2007
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 261 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 1600 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 3630 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2470 mm


 

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