2007 BMW 130 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 130 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 130 | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 130 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |