2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 6 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 338 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Venture | 118 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
