2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1396 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | CR-V | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 98 L |