2005 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 1 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, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2004 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 330 | Venture |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |