2005 BMW 740 vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 Toyota Venza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 740 | Venza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |