2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager (172 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | Grand Voyager | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |