2009 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X5 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |
