2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1992 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 753 kg more than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (447 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1992 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
