2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2000 Honda Life
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 Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Life would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Life 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 Life | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Tahoe | Life |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |