1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Because 2010 BMW 330 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 2010 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (227 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2010 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Grand Voyager | 330 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
