2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 177 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2001 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2001 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Voyager | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
