1992 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 470 kg more than 1992 BMW 325.
Because 1992 BMW 325 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 1992 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1992 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 2000 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
