2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2000 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 967 kg more than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2000 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Tahoe | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |