2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 10 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC90.
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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Voyager | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
