2004 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 196 kg more than 2004 BMW X5.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW X5 | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 98 L |