2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 9 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, both vehicles can yield 140 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 492 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
