2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 149 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 992 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tahoe | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1404 mm |
