2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 905 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback. 2008 Subaru Outback 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. 2008 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Tahoe | Outback |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
