2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 12 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 44 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford E-150. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-150. 2012 Ford E-150 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. 2012 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3505 mm |
