2009 BMW 120 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 905 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 120 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
