2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (245 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 349 kg more than 2013 Honda Odyssey. 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 2013 Honda Odyssey. 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 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Odyssey.
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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Tahoe | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5152 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2011 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |