2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (142 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
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 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LaCrosse | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
