2005 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
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, 2013 Toyota Venza, 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Venza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |