2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (279 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
