2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1055 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1108 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SSC Tuatara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (447 Nm). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SSC |
| Model | Tahoe | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2667 mm |
