2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 132 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
