1999 BMW 323 vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 653 kg more than 1999 BMW 323.
Because 1999 BMW 323 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 1999 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 323 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
