2009 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Voyager (173 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 738 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Voyager | 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Voyager | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
