1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea 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 516 kg more than 2009 Seat Altea.
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, 2009 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea 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 Seat Altea | |
Make | Chrysler | Seat |
Model | Grand Voyager | Altea |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2470 mm |