2002 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier

To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 140 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1069 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Chevrolet Tahoe 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Tahoe Cavalier
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4807 cc 2190 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2260 kg 1191 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2570 mm


 

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