2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
Because 2010 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 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, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Voyager | 325 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
