1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, both 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 1996 Jaguar XK8 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 57 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
Because 1996 Jaguar XK8 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 1996 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 1996 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
Model | Grand Voyager | XK8 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |