2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 793 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tahoe | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1323 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
