2006 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5300 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
