2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 423 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 2005 Chrysler Voyager | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Lucerne | Voyager |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |