2004 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 7 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 2 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC70.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. (367 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Voyager | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Voyager | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1943 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
