1994 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 1994 Chrysler Voyager (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Voyager | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Voyager | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
