1999 Venturi 400 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Venturi 400. (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Venturi 400. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1999 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Venturi 400 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Venturi | BMW |
Model | 400 | X5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2934 mm |