2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2009 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 427 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | Grand Voyager | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |