1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 19 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 575 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 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 2013 BMW X3 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. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 2013 BMW X3 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Venture | X3 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |