1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 11 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 580 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager (227 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
