2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 152 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Honda Jazz. 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, 2006 Honda Jazz, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 2006 Honda Jazz
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Tahoe Jazz
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4807 cc 1496 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 89.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2260 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 42 L