2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet SSR and 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 389 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet SSR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Chevrolet SSR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 2002 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet SSR | 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | SSR | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 2427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
