2004 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2556 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 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
