2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 499 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
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 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Tahoe | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |