2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 640 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 Voyager (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Voyager | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
