2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 10 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 263 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.

Because 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 2010 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager 2010 Nissan Frontier
Make Chrysler Nissan
Model Grand Voyager Frontier
Year Released 2000 2010
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2429 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 227 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 5580 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 3200 mm


 

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