1994 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Voyager (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (290 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Voyager | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Voyager | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
