2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2012 Lexus RX
To start off, 2012 Lexus RX is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus RX (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus RX 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 110 kg more than 2012 Lexus RX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus RX 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 | 2012 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Grand Voyager | RX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
