1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 17 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (157 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 434 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 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3020 mm |
