2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Voyager and 2008 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2008 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
