2006 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 566 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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 (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Voyager | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Voyager | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
