2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2003 Honda HR-V

To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1172 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 2003 Honda HR-V
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Tahoe HR-V
Year Released 2000 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5964 cc 1672 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 283 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 481 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2292 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2360 mm