2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina 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 2,429 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 31 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 700 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Platina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2480 mm |
