2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Voyager | 996 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
