1998 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 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 207 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 325 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:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
