2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1996 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 775 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. 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 Voyager (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 1996 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Parati |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
