2006 BMW 630 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 109 kg more than 2006 BMW 630.
Because 2006 BMW 630 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 2006 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. 2000 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Venture will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 2000 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 630 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
