2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1327 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Tahoe | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
