2007 BMW 650 vs. 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager

To start off, both 2007 BMW 650 and 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.

Because 2007 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Grand 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (361 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 650 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager
Make BMW Chrysler
Model 650 Grand Voyager
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 2776 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 363 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 182 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.4 seconds 12.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 2020 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 2000 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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