2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Porsche 911

To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 838 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 2008 Porsche 911
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Tahoe 911
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5327 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 269 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2290 kg 1452 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2360 mm


 

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