2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 4850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 78 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.
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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Voyager | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4850 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
