2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 198 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LaCrosse | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
