1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (175 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 190 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Because 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
