1994 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 18 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 206 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Passat |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| 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 | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 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 | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
