2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 8 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-450. 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | F-450 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4390 mm |