1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 13 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, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (175 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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 875 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Edge. 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, 2009 Ford Edge (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge 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 | 2009 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Edge |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
