2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (175 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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 X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | X5 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
