2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.
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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Speed 12 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Tahoe | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |