2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Voyager.
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, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 1998 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Voyager | V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
