2009 BMW 116 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 942 kg more than 2009 BMW 116. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 116 | 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 116 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2262 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |