2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (245 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 864 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2013 Honda Odyssey, 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Tahoe | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5152 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2011 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |