2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express and 2009 Chrysler Voyager were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. (173 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 156 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Express | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
