2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Grand 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Voyager | CLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
