2009 BMW 135 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2009 BMW 135 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 2009 BMW 135. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 135 | Venza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |