2009 BMW 745 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 BMW 745.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 745 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
