1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 29 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (229 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
