2007 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 525 kg more than 2001 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Voyager (278 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Voyager | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Voyager | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
