2007 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 377 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Voyager | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
