2007 BMW 116 vs. 1995 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Venture weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 BMW 116.
Because 2007 BMW 116 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 2007 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota 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, 2007 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 116 | 1995 Toyota Venture | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 116 | Venture |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |