2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2006 Ford Fusion were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 887 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. 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, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2064 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
