1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (175 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 98 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Because 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Grand Voyager | Sportage |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2083 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |