2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 11 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 131 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1104 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. 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 2011 Kia Soul. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul. 2011 Kia Soul 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. 2011 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Tahoe | Soul |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |