2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 704 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.

Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager 2006 Toyota RAV4
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Grand Voyager RAV4
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 3540 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 146 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 13.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2060 kg 1356 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 60 L


 

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