2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 8 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (151 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Mazda 5.
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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Voyager | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
