2007 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1053 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 91 L |
