2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 247 kg more than 2007 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2172 kg | 2419 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 98 L |