2007 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 5 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 28 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 530.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 530. 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Tahoe | 530 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |