2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 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 X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (175 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 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 350 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.
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 Chrysler Grand Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | X3 | Grand Voyager |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |