2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 195 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
