2007 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
