2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 9 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
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 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Tahoe | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |