2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
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 Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (115 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1440 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. 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 Echo. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Echo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
