2009 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 865 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 550 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5300 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |