2004 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1074 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 2004 Chrysler Voyager (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Voyager | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
