2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 236 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (361 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1941 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
