2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler Voyager and 2001 Suzuki Vitara were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 505 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 Voyager (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. 2001 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
Model | Voyager | Vitara |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |