2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 169 kg more than 2008 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2008 Buick Park Avenue 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 2008 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Grand 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, 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. 2008 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Chrysler | Buick |
Model | Grand Voyager | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3009 mm |