2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Chrysler Voyager

To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 Chrysler Voyager were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.

Because 2008 BMW 320 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 2008 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 320 2008 Chrysler Voyager
Make BMW Chrysler
Model 320 Voyager
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2429 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 101 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 218 km/hour 183 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1915 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 75 L