1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (227 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Grand Voyager | Defender |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2428 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2370 mm |