2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 743 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1943 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
