2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 153 kg more than 2011 Acura RL.
Because 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL 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, 2011 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2011 Acura RL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | Grand Voyager | RL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
