2005 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Because 2005 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2012 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
