2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 427 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | Grand Voyager | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |