2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 548 kg more than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Lucerne | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
