2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo

To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2004 Smart ForTwo 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 105 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 1138 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Smart ForTwo 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 2004 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager 2004 Smart ForTwo
Make Chrysler Smart
Model Grand Voyager ForTwo
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2429 cc 799 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 183 km/hour 130 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.4 seconds 19.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1943 kg 805 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 1820 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.3 L/100km 3.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 22 L


 

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