2008 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2000 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
