2001 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 98 L |