2000 BMW 316 vs. 2000 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, both 2000 BMW 316 and 2000 Chrysler Voyager were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 402 kg more than 2000 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 316 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 2000 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 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, 2000 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. 2000 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 2000 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 316 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
