2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (360 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Grand Voyager | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
