2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (157 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 560 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Uplander | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3040 mm |
