1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2004 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Terracan (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 452 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.
Because 2004 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
