1999 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1716 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. 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 Honda Accord, 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 (454 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (265 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Accord | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 454 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |