2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon

To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.

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, 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager 2008 Toyota Avalon
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Grand Voyager Avalon
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2776 cc 3454 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 268 HP
Torque 360 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2020 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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