2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2009 Toyota Avalon were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon 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 685 kg more than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (248 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avalon. 2009 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
