2005 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, both 2005 BMW 545 and 2005 Chevrolet Venture were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
Because 2005 BMW 545 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 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. 2005 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Venture will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 2005 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 545 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
