2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 841 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 2012 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Grand Voyager | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4810 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |