2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 870 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Tahoe | 125 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |