2007 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 11 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.

Because 2007 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 320 (330 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 BMW 320 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make BMW Plymouth
Model 320 Voyager
Year Released 2007 1996
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 154 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 262 Nm
Torque RPM 200 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2880 mm