2013 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2013 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1428 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tahoe | 2 |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2471 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |
