1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 8 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 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (175 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2950 mm |
