2005 BMW 318 vs. 2002 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 3 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 BMW 318.
Because 2005 BMW 318 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 2005 BMW 318. 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, 2002 Chrysler Voyager (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2002 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 318 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
