2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2008 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,775 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS.
Because 2008 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2008 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Grand Voyager | IS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
