2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2008 Volkswagen T5
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2008 Volkswagen T5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,776 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 44 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 250 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen T5. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen T5. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen T5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2008 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Voyager | T5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
