2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Voyager and 2005 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 341 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.

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 Volkswagen Jetta (235 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Voyager 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Chrysler Volkswagen
Model Voyager Jetta
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2399 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 235 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1409 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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