2003 BMW 545 vs. 2002 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 BMW 545.
Because 2003 BMW 545 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 2003 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 2002 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 545 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
