2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2006 BMW 535
To start off, 2006 BMW 535 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 BMW 535.
Because 2006 BMW 535 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 2006 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2006 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Venture | 535 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
