2008 BMW 335 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Because 2008 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 2000 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 335 | Venture |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |