2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 649 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Make Chrysler Chrysler
Model Grand Voyager PT Cruiser
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2498 cc 2429 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 101 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 185 km/hour 183 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.1 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2060 kg 1411 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 57 L


 

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