2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2003 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Pride Wagon 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 232 more horse power than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1535 kg more than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2003 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Tahoe | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
