2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW Z4 | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z4 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |