2003 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Voyager (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Voyager | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Voyager | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
