2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 760 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Voyager | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
