2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Nissan Altima

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Voyager and 2008 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 838 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima.

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 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Voyager 2008 Nissan Altima
Make Chrysler Nissan
Model Voyager Altima
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2429 cc 3490 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 270 HP
Torque 219 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1915 kg 1077 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 76 L


 

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