2002 Acura EL vs. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2002 Acura EL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 Acura EL.
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, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | EL | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3040 mm |
