1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 11 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid, 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Intrepid | 320 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
