1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2006 BMW 645

To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW 645 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 2006 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Plymouth Voyager 2006 BMW 645
Make Plymouth BMW
Model Voyager 645
Year Released 1990 2006
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2501 cc 4398 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2790 mm


 

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