2008 BMW X5 vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1996 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
