2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (157 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Lucerne | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3040 mm |
