2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 11 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 343 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Voyager | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
