2007 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2007 BMW 550 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 2007 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2005 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 550 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3299 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
