2009 Honda Element vs. 2003 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 289 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
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, both vehicles can yield 218 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2003 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Honda | Chrysler |
| Model | Element | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
