1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2009 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2009 Kia Amanti is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Intrepid | 2009 Kia Amanti | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Intrepid | Amanti |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3522 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |