2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 388 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
