2009 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 327 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Voyager | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |
