1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. 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 1997 Chevrolet 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Venture | X1 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |