2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 162 kg more than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Because 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Voyager | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
