1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 195 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Venture | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Venture | 118 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| 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 | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
