2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Voyager and 2008 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 613 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. 2008 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Voyager | B |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |
