2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 572 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 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 | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Voyager | 996 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2360 mm |
