2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 3 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 229 kg more than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 2012 Toyota Venza 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. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Grand Voyager | Venza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |