2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 595 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
