2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 545 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Tahoe | Corniche |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 738 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |