2006 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 224 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 BMW X5 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2419 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 98 L |