2002 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 590 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Chevrolet Tahoe 2001 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Tahoe Sharan
Year Released 2002 2001
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4807 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2260 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2850 mm


 

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