1993 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 18 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. (146 HP @ 4850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 504 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
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, 1993 Chrysler Voyager (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Voyager | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Voyager | Forte |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4850 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
