2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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. Both 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager are equipped with a 2,429 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 79 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3040 mm |
