2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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 327 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 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 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Voyager | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2776 mm |
