2004 BMW 630 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 630 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 515 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 (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 630 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 630 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |