2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti and 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager (175 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 881 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Chrysler Grand Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Lacetti 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager
Make Chevrolet Chrysler
Model Lacetti Grand Voyager
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 3301 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 8.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 194 km/hour 179 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 12.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1284 kg 2165 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 12.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 75 L


 

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