2000 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 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 2,231 cc, 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 336 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.

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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chrysler Voyager 2008 Toyota Avensis
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Voyager Avensis
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 2231 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 1464 kg
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2710 mm


 

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