2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 164 kg more than 2006 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Lucerne 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 2006 Buick Lucerne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Chrysler Voyager | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Lucerne | Voyager |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |