2005 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1999 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
