1995 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Voyager. (117 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 520 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Voyager. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Voyager | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
