2009 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2009 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 161 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Voyager (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2009 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler Voyager 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Voyager Land Cruiser
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2768 cc 2981 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2175 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2370 mm


 

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