2004 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager (320 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
