2007 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 801 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 454 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |