2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Scion xD
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Voyager and 2008 Scion xD 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 829 kg more than 2008 Scion xD. 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 (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Scion xD. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2008 Scion xD | |
| Make | Chrysler | Scion |
| Model | Voyager | xD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
