2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 81 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2427 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 79 L |
