2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 690 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Tahoe | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |