2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 28 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 171 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LaCrosse | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| 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 | 1946 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
