2003 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 5 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, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 1998 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Venture |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |