2012 Nissan 370Z vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Nissan 370Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Nissan 370Z would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1106 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan 370Z | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | 370Z | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4247 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1326 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |
