2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 307 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Because 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
