1991 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2013 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 384 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Plymouth Voyager 2013 Kia Sorento
Make Plymouth Kia
Model Voyager Sorento
Year Released 1991 2013
Body Type Minivan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2501 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 272 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1789 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1885 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1745 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2700 mm


 

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