2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2009 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 525 kg more than 2009 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Tahoe | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1675 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 | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |