2011 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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 411 kg more than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota RAV4 | 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | RAV4 | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
