2006 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, both 2006 BMW 525 and 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Grand 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 525 | Grand Voyager |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |