2004 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1089 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
