2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.

Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 2005 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Voyager 2007 Toyota Tacoma
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Voyager Tacoma
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3299 cc 2693 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 3250 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.6 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 79 L


 

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