15 Cars That Made Chrysler...
* 1984 Dodge Caravan / Plymouth Voyager
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For decades the station wagon had been the choice for family transportation. Then in 1984 Chrysler changed the game with the introduction of a new class of vehicle, the minivan. Based on the front-drive K-car platform, the Dodge Caravan and Plymouth Voyager were the first compact vans. They rode lower than full-size vans and featured a sliding side door on the passenger side, both of which eased entry and exit. Basically boxes on wheels, the vehicles offered lots of room for a family of up to seven and their stuff. Several brands would introduce minivans of their own in the ensuing years, but Chrysler will always be remembered for inventing the category.
* 1992 Dodge Viper RT/10
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The Viper debuted as a concept car at the 1989 Detroit Auto Show, and response was so strong that Dodge put it on a 36-month fast track to production. A purist's sports car, the Viper was almost too raw, with side curtains instead of windows, no door handles and a convertible top that did little to keep out the elements. However, a lightweight plastic compound body, a stiff tubular steel chassis and most importantly a 400-horsepower 8.0-liter V10 engine gave it performance credentials: zero to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds and a 13.1-second quarter-mile time. The Viper continues to this day.
* 2005 Chrysler 300
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Daimler-Benz and Chrysler Group created a "merger of equals" in 1998, but it soon became obvious that Daimler was really in charge. Daimler handed out technology and engineering with an eye-dropper, but the first excellent product to come from the merger was the 2005 Chrysler 300. Based on a modified version of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class platform, it offered exceptional road manners, a spacious interior, and cool new styling by upcoming designer Ralph Gilles. The 300 was also powerful, thanks to a reborn Hemi V8 that made 340 horsepower in standard models and 425 horses in the high-performance SRT8.
* 2012 Jeep Wrangler
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The Wrangler traces its roots back to World War II, when Ford, Willys-Overland and Bantam teamed up to design and build a general purpose (GP, or "jeep") vehicle for military use. The first Jeep CJ (Civilian Jeep) went on sale shortly after the war, and a version of that vehicle has been on sale ever since. Starting in 2004, Jeep added the longer, family friendly Wrangler Unlimited, and in 2012 the company replaced the antiquated 4.0-liter V6 engine with a more powerful and efficient 3.6-liter V6.
* 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee
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In our opinion the current Jeep Grand Cherokee is the finest automobile Chrysler has ever produced. The platform underpinning it is a parting gift from Chrysler's affiliation with Mercedes-Benz, and it makes the Jeep smooth and composed yet dynamically capable. Both V6 and V8 power are offered, but we'd opt for the strong and efficient 3.6-liter V6 engine. The Grand Cherokee's refined road manners team with a quiet, well-appointed cabin to create a luxurious feel without a luxury price.
Again, don't blast me if you don't agree - since I don't either. These were just the opinions of the author on MSN.com...