2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Aspen 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (175 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen 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 170 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Aspen.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Aspen | 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Aspen | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3040 mm |
