2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 12 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 608 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte.
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, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Voyager | Forte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
