2007 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (175 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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 520 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
