1993 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. (146 HP @ 4850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Voyager | X5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1763 mm |
