2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 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 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 72 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Voyager | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
