2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 345 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.
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2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | Voyager | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2615 mm |