2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 29 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90. 2012 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Tahoe | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
