1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (229 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
