1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 15 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, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (157 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape 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 302 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Escape |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2619 mm |
