2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 609 kg more than 2000 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda City has manual transmission. 2000 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2000 Honda City | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Tahoe | City |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
