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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 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 437 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
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 | 2429 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1338 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 | 13.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |