2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 608 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram 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 2005 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (227 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Ram |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 713 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3070 mm |
