2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2008 Ford Focus 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, both vehicles can yield 140 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 950 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
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2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Grand Voyager | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |