2004 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Voyager and 2004 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 601 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. 2004 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Voyager | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
