2007 BMW 650 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza

To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Venza. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Venza.

Because 2007 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 650 2011 Toyota Venza
Make BMW Toyota
Model 650 Venza
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 363 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 67 L


 

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