2007 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler Voyager and 2007 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 411 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. 2007 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chrysler Voyager | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Voyager | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1364 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |