2008 BMW X5 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1998 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
