1995 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 576 kg more than 1995 BMW 520.
Because 1995 BMW 520 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 1995 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Grand 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, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 520 | 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 520 | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
