2008 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager

To start off, both 2008 BMW 335 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 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (175 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 335 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager
Make BMW Chrysler
Model 335 Grand Voyager
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe 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 300 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 8.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 12.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 75 L


 

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