1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 200 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Forester |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| 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 | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
