2004 Acura EL vs. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager

To start off, both 2004 Acura EL and 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 761 kg more than 2004 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura EL.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Acura EL 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager
Make Acura Chrysler
Model EL Grand Voyager
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1668 cc 2429 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 124 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1182 kg 1943 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 3040 mm


 

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