2003 BMW 520 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 520 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
