2008 Acura TL vs. 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (142 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 313 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | TL | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
