2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 955 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager (279 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
