2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Tahoe | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
