2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2009 Honda FR-V were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V.
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, 2009 Honda FR-V, 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2009 Honda FR-V 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.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Tahoe | FR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
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 | 310 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |