1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2008 Citroen C6
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (227 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2008 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Grand Voyager | C6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 2178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2910 mm |
