2000 BMW 520 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 590 kg more than 2000 BMW 520. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 520 | 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 520 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |