2007 BMW X3 vs. 2001 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2001 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | X3 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
