2009 Acura TL vs. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (175 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Because 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TL. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | TL | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
