2008 BMW 320 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 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 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 31 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 320 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 320. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | Venza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
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 | 148 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1460 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |