2006 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Voyager and 2006 Toyota Tacoma were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 630 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 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, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. 2006 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Voyager | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Voyager | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |