2004 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 575 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Tahoe | 320 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |