2007 BMW 120 vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan, 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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 120 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
