2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 192 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Chevrolet Tahoe 2000 Toyota Corolla
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Tahoe Corolla
Year Released 2001 2000
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4807 cc 1867 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2260 kg 1165 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2480 mm