2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (245 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 729 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Tahoe | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |
