2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 12 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (157 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 165 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.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Captiva | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3301 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
