2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 898 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
