2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 5 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 476 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Voyager | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |