1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
