2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 11 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
Because 2012 BMW 335 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 2012 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Voyager | 335 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
