2007 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 730 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 BMW 730. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 719 kg more than 2007 BMW 730. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 730 | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 730 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 255 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |