2007 BMW 130 vs. 1999 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Voyager.
Because 2007 BMW 130 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 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1999 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 130 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
