2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 2007 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Grand Voyager | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
