2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2001 Ferrari F550
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari F550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari F550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 500 kg more than 2001 Ferrari F550.
Because 2006 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 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550, 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (401 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari F550 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari F550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2001 Ferrari F550 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Tahoe | F550 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
