2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2001 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2001 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Durango (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 2001 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2001 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Durango |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |
