2007 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 640 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
