2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 605 kg more than 2003 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 Chrysler Grand Voyager (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Solara. 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Solara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
