2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Rodeo has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Rodeo 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 | 2005 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Tahoe | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3060 mm |
