2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 897 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Tahoe | 118 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
