2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 785 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Tahoe | Z4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |