2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 326 kg more than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
