2007 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 318 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 973 kg more than 2007 BMW 318. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 318 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 91 L |
