2001 BMW X5 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 5 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | X5 | Voyager |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |