2004 BMW X3 vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2004 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,925 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X3 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X3 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, 2004 BMW X3 (290 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Voyager. (175 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X3 | 1998 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | X3 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
