1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 751 kg more than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (229 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Grand Voyager | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2890 mm |
