2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Voyager and 2008 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 341 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2008 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2008 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Voyager | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |