2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Tahoe | 306 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
