2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2009 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 675 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. 2009 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2009 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3080 mm |
