2006 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 185 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Voyager | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 616 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
