2009 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 131 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
Because 2009 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 BMW 330 (410 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2004 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Venture |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
