2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1998 Rover 600
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 600 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1998 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 600 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 600. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 600 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1998 Rover 600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Tahoe | 600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |