2007 BMW 335 vs. 1997 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Because 2007 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan. 2007 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Caravan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1997 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 335 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 302 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
