2000 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 984 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escape | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
