2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Voyager and 2008 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,766 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 161 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 775 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.

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 (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Voyager 2008 Toyota Avensis
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Voyager Avensis
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2766 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 180 km/hour 220 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2175 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.3 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 60 L


 

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