2004 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,737 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Voyager (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 57 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Voyager.
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, 2004 Chrysler Voyager (367 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Voyager | 2006 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Voyager | Carens |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1943 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
