2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1420 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 2005 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 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Tahoe | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
