2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 and 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (175 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 660 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
