2009 BMW 316 vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 386 kg more than 2009 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 316 | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 316 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |
