1993 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Voyager | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Voyager | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
