2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2006 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 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, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Grand Voyager | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
