2007 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 407 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Chrysler Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Voyager | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Voyager | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
