2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 810 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.

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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 2000 Chevrolet Blazer
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Tahoe Blazer
Year Released 2008 2000
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 4300 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 320 HP 190 HP
Torque 461 Nm 339 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 57 L


 

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