2007 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (157 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
