2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2002 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 133 kg more than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Voyager. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2002 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LaCrosse | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
