2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 11 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 750 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Voyager | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3010 mm |
