2001 BMW 318 vs. 1993 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 8 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. (146 HP @ 4850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 BMW 318.
Because 2001 BMW 318 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 2001 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chrysler Voyager (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1993 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 318 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
