1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 5 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 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 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 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Grand Voyager | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3520 mm |
