2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 BMW 323
To start off, 2011 BMW 323 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 108 more horse power than 2011 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 323.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 323. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Tahoe | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
