1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 709 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Voyager | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
