2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1761 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Tundra | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Tundra | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 498 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 2684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |