2009 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5326 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
