1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (175 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 773 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (307 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram 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 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Ram |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3580 mm |
