2002 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tahoe | G |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
