2010 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1313 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | Focus |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2553 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1895 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 55 L |
