1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 330 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
