2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2008 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,775 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 124 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager.

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, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
Make Chrysler Volkswagen
Model Grand Voyager Multivan
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Minivan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2775 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 180 km/hour 163 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 17.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2060 kg 2184 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 10.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 80 L


 

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