1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2011 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Voyager | 120 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |