2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 473 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager (320 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
