2000 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 312 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Voyager | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Voyager | 996 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |
