1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1994 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 2012 BMW X1 has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Venture | X1 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |