2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 635 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Tahoe | 328 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |