2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 108 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 540 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tahoe | Viano |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |