2002 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2002 Nissan Altima

To start off, both 2002 Chrysler Voyager and 2002 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 460 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.

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, 2002 Nissan Altima (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. 2002 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 2002 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2002 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Chrysler Voyager 2002 Nissan Altima
Make Chrysler Nissan
Model Voyager Altima
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2425 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 211 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 73 L


 

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