2005 Acura RL vs. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Acura RL.
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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | RL | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |
