2005 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 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 2005 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Venture |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |