2000 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. 2004 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Voyager | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
