2009 BMW M6 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (283 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 287 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 2292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |
