2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 368 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
