1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 805 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (210 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Tahoe | 320 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5698 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 210 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |