2003 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 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 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 BMW 330.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 330 | 1998 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 330 | Venture |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |