2007 BMW 550 vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 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 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2007 BMW 550 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 550. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 550 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3778 cc |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
