2002 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1651 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Pride Wagon | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2946 mm |
