2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Voyager 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 9 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Voyager | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
