2006 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. 2002 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2006 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2006 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Voyager | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3490 mm |
