1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1998 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
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, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1998 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Voyager | Sharan |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2840 mm |