2009 BMW 740 vs. 2000 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 740 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 2009 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 2009 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. 2009 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2000 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 2000 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 2000 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 740 | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
