2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW X5. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Tahoe | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 93 L |