2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager (142 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
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, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
