2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2005 BMW 630

To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Voyager and 2005 BMW 630 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 221 kg more than 2005 BMW 630.

Because 2005 BMW 630 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 630. 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Voyager 2005 BMW 630
Make Chrysler BMW
Model Voyager 630
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3299 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 179 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1985 kg 1764 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.6 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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