2007 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 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 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 2 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Voyager | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
