2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Voyager | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Voyager | Previa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
