2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Voyager and 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 795 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Voyager | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |