2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 675 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina.
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 Voyager (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina. 2008 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Voyager | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Voyager | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
