2008 BMW 118 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 118 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 2008 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 118 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
