2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1943 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
