1992 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Voyager. (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 189 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Voyager. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1703 mm |
