2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 423 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 3.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
