2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 6 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 15 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 417 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5. 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 (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Voyager | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
