2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2005 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Voyager and 2005 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GS (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 351 kg more than 2005 Lexus GS.
Because 2005 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Voyager (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 2005 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Voyager | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |
