2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2001 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (142 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 559 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2001 De Tomaso Guara 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 2001 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2001 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Guara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
