1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 62 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento.
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, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 2012 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1996 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Plymouth | Kia |
Model | Voyager | Sorento |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |