2000 Chrysler ESX 3 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 and 2000 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. (74 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. (332 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler ESX 3. 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chrysler ESX 3 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | ESX 3 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 426 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3270 mm |