2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Voyager and 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 Chrysler Voyager (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 354 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Chrysler Voyager (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
