2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 996. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (386 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Voyager | 996 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 89 L |
