2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Voyager and 2005 Ford Five Hundred were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. 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 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2005 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2005 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
