2006 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 878 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 Voyager (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Voyager | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Voyager | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 8.9 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 | 2040 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |