2005 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, both 2005 BMW 318 and 2005 Chrysler Voyager were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2005 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 318 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
