2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Voyager | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
