1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 11 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (157 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 445 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Voyager | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
