2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2005 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 925 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |
