2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Voyager | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
