2007 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. 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 116 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 894 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Tahoe | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
