2009 BMW 130 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, both 2009 BMW 130 and 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 785 kg more than 2009 BMW 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 130 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 130 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 462 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |