2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,300 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 34 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 758 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
