2008 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Chrysler Voyager

To start off, both 2008 BMW M3 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 3,246 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.

Because 2008 BMW M3 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 M3. 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 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW M3 2008 Chrysler Voyager
Make BMW Chrysler
Model M3 Voyager
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3246 cc 2429 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 339 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 183 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1915 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 75 L


 

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