2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Platina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Platina would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 995 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. 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, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Platina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2480 mm |
