2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2008 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (522 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (360 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2008 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Grand Voyager | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 4969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |
