2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 172 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 324 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
