2001 BMW 318 vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 BMW 318.
Because 2001 BMW 318 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 2001 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota 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, 2001 BMW 318 (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 318 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
