2010 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 968 kg more than 2012 BMW 128. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 128. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Tahoe | 128 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2553 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1895 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 53 L |
