1995 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 17 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Chrysler Voyager. (117 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1995 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Voyager. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1504 mm |
