1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (157 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper 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 585 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
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 (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mini |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2470 mm |
