2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 334 kg more than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
