2002 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 149 kg more than 2002 BMW 740.
Because 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 740 | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
