1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord 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 530 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord 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 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Accord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
