2006 BMW 545 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 545 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 545.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 545 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2007 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
