1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 16 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 256 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
