1998 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 595 kg more than 1998 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 330 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |