2009 BMW 635 vs. 2009 Toyota Venza

To start off, both 2009 BMW 635 and 2009 Toyota Venza were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Venza. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Venza.

Because 2009 BMW 635 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 635. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 635 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Venza.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 635 2009 Toyota Venza
Make BMW Toyota
Model 635 Venza
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Convertible Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 67 L


 

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