1997 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4.
Because 2011 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Plymouth Voyager | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Voyager | Z4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2497 mm |