2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 4850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Voyager | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
