2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Grand Voyager | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
