2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Voyager and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (150 HP @ 4850 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 434 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chrysler Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager 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 (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 2005 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chrysler Voyager | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Voyager | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4850 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |