2009 BMW 550 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, both 2009 BMW 550 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 759 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. 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 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 550 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
