2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2009 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Tahoe | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |