2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 925 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2590 mm |
