1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 697 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Plymouth Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Plymouth | Kia |
| Model | Voyager | Forte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2649 mm |
