2006 BMW 730 vs. 2008 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2008 Toyota Venza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 730.
Because 2006 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 2008 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 730 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |
