1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 14 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 5 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (227 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3210 mm |
