2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1992 Ford Granada

To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 942 kg more than 1992 Ford Granada. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 1992 Ford Granada
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Tahoe Granada
Year Released 2003 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4807 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2262 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2770 mm


 

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