2007 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 5 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 462 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Voyager | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
