2007 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5497 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |