1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 210 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chrysler Voyager | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Voyager | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |