2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50.
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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 2005 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | Grand Voyager | V50 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2800 mm |