2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Tahoe | 320 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |