2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Voyager and 2005 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Voyager (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander. 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Voyager | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
