2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2005 Holden Caprice

To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Voyager and 2005 Holden Caprice were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (362 HP) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 94 kg more than 2005 Holden Caprice.

Because 2005 Holden Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Holden Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Caprice (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Voyager 2005 Holden Caprice
Make Chrysler Holden
Model Voyager Caprice
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3299 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 172 HP 362 HP
Torque 278 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1985 kg 1891 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1899 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 3009 mm


 

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